Which of the Following Statements Is NOT True About Motivational

question 81

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is NOT true about motivational sources of prejudice?

• A) Motivations not only lead people to be prejudiced but also lead people to avoid prejudice.
• B) Researchers who study stereotyping contend that prejudicial reactions are not inevitable.
• C) Automatic prejudices subside when people's motivation to avoid prejudice is external rather than internal.
• D) The motivation to avoid prejudice can lead people to modify their thoughts and actions.

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